Linear programming courses can help you learn optimization techniques, constraint handling, and objective function formulation. You can build skills in sensitivity analysis, duality theory, and graphical methods for problem-solving. Many courses introduce tools like MATLAB, Python, and Excel Solver, that support implementing linear programming models and analyzing outcomes in various applications, from logistics and finance to production planning and resource allocation.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Excel Macros, Analytics, Accounting and Finance Software, Analytical Skills, Pivot Tables And Charts, Accounting Systems, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Predictive Analytics, Data Architecture
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Differential Equations, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Geometry
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Dimensionality Reduction, Applied Mathematics, Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Analytics, Data Science, Unsupervised Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Graphing, Advanced Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, General Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Correlation Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Solution Design, Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Algorithms, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Analytical Skills, Forecasting, Classification Algorithms, Network Model, Advanced Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Decision Making, Business Modeling, Team Building, Process Optimization, Case Studies
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Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Structural Analysis
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Object-Relational Mapping, Computer Programming Tools
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Operations Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Jupyter, Statistics, Linear Algebra, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, R (Software), Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution, Probability
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Supply Chain, Workforce Management, Business Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Manufacturing Operations, Operations Management, Workforce Planning, Financial Modeling, Business Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Resource Allocation, Finance, Analytics, Production Planning, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks